Winter Storm Warning & nbsp;for Baker County, Oregon

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Winter Storm Monday night and Tuesday morning.A winter storm will develop in eastern Oregon and western Idaho Monday night through Tuesday morning as a warm front moves slowly across the area and brings heavy amounts of snow.Winter Storm Warning in effect from 4 pm Monday to 4 am PST Tuesday.The National Weather Service in Boise has issued a Winter Storm Warning for heavy snow in Baker County, which is in effect from 4 pm Monday to 4 am PST Tuesday.

Snow amounts, 6 to 12 inches.

Snow levels: surface.

Winds: northwest 5 to 15 mph.

Timing: late Monday and Monday night.

Impacts: travel problems on Interstate 84 and other roads.

Recommended actions

A Winter Storm Warning for heavy snow means that significant amounts of snow will make travel dangerous. Only Travel in an emergency. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.

Watch for signs of frostbite. These include loss of feeling and white or pale appearance in extremities such as fingers, toes, ear lobes, and the tip of the nose. If symptoms are detected, get medical help immediately.

Conserve fuel, if necessary, by keeping your residence cooler than normal. Temporarily close off heat to some rooms.